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by Kenner
In 1971, Kenner introduced us to Madcap Molly, the Do-It-All Dolly.
Merriam Webster dictionary defines “madcap” as, marked by capriciousness, recklessness, or foolishness. The key word here is “or” because Madcap Molly is neither reckless nor foolish. She’ll graciously accept the label, “capricious”, thank you vey much. “Impulsive”, “unpredictable”,
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by Kenner
Released in 1975, the rugged Steve Austin Six Million Dollar Man Action Figure stands a tall 13”. Recommended for ages 5
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by Kenner
Have a party with Crumpet!
Released in 1971 by Kenner-General Mills, Crumpet is the perfect hostess for every little girl’s tea party. She turns and bows to greet her guests, pours the tea and serves it, too. Crumpet comes dressed in a gorgeous red velvet dress with matching red
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by Marx
According to the Marx Toy Museum online, Marx produced ride-on toys throughout its many years of toy production. Starting with simple ride-on trains and fire engines, to the battery operated cars of the late 50s, the Stutz Bearcat of the early 60s, Marx moved on to develop
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by Mattel
The V-RROOM! Guide-Whip Racer
In 1963, Mattel brought us this precursor to remote control cars. This V-RROOM! Guide-Whip Racer is controlled by a string that’s attached to a stick held by the “driver”. Mattel said, “…you control the action…” Test your skill on the slalom course, or go
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by Mattel

This is a 1950s film that shows the inside work involved in the planning, design and manufacture of Mattel’s Jack-in-the-Music-Box toy. This film depicts how it was in the days when simple things like this were made in
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by Marx
It’s the Action Kids. What in the world are they up to now? Watch the video here!
The leader of the Action Kids gazes ominously at his gang. “Let’s get right down to business.”
“Business? What business?”
The Action Kids lift their rugged steel Carry-All Action Play
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by Ideal
Thunderstreak! Thunderstreak! Thunderstreak!
See it in action here!
The new super speed hydrofoil with five-position hydro-fin, you set for action. Rev up the high-power prop… (Wind the rubber band.) Position the rudder… Check your course. Thunderstreak speeds across water! For submarine action, it crash dives
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Collect and race according to authentic racing classes…Dragster, Futuristic, and Speed Shop. You could also join the exciting SSP Club!
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From American Character, these action figures are based on Bonanza, an American western television series that aired on NBC from September 12, 1959 to January 16, 1973. Yes, it’s the action men from Bonanza – the Cartwrights! The television commercial says they’re the greatest western toys ever.
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